Brett Sheppard is a financial advisor at Cetera with two years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 63 designations and has prior work experience at Regions Bank and several other organizations. Outside of his advisory role, he is co-owner of Le Sheppard Photography, a photography business operated with his spouse. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad range of clients including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and institutions. The firm offers various portfolio management and financial planning services through a nationwide network of over 10,000 advisors and manages more than $256 billion in assets.

Phillip Esteban is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Ameriprise Financial Services and Avatar Insurance. Esteban is also involved with SNE Operations LLC in an associate financial advisor capacity. Ameriprise Financial Services is a diversified advisory firm serving individual and institutional clients, offering specialized retirement income planning services that include written Recommendation Reports and ongoing advice focused on income sources and tax-aware withdrawal strategies.

Dominic Casanueva is Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch, where he has been working since 2007. He develops retirement strategies for both businesses and multigenerational families, advising corporations on their retirement programs as well as providing wealth management strategies for individual clients. His role includes managing personalized or defined investment strategies on a discretionary basis. Dominic holds several professional designations including Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP®), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist™ (CRPS™), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned bachelor's degrees in finance and political science, and a master's degree in finance, all from the University of Florida. Based in Lakewood Ranch, Florida, Dominic spends time outside of work with his family, engaging in activities such as cheering for the Florida Gators and visiting Disney.

Jonathan Rissler is a CFP® with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Edward Jones since 2015. Prior to joining Edward Jones, he worked at Signator Investors, Inc. from 2013 to 2015. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm that serves individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory strategies and maintains affiliated capabilities such as a trust company and proprietary mutual funds, supporting its advisory services through a nationwide network of over 23,000 financial advisors.

Logan Beal is a financial advisor at Edward Jones in Bradenton, FL, holding the CFP® and Series 66 designations with 15 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 2010. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving more than four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, including discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard with approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management.

Fardin Nematollahi is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 22 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously spent 15 years with UBS Financial Services before joining Morgan Stanley in 2023. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving both individual and institutional clients. The firm offers tailored financial planning and advisory programs, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets.

Gary Plum is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. since 2015 and with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC since 2009. Mr. Plum serves on the advisory board of the Coastal Conservation Association of Florida. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides advisory programs and financial planning services to individuals and institutions, managing approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets. The firm utilizes a structured planning process supported by firm-approved tools and offers a broad range of investment and planning services.

Kimberly Frye is a financial advisor with Thrivent Investment Management in Bradenton, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Thrivent Investment Management since 2012. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients through a network of financial advisors. The firm offers holistic, goal-based analyses and allows clients to combine planning with managed-account services under a consolidated billing option called “WealthPlan,” while maintaining separate planning and portfolio management services.

Christopher Dandrow is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He provides goals-based wealth management services to affluent families, accomplished professionals, and successful business owners, working alongside a team of specialists. Christopher focuses on cultivating long-lasting relationships by delivering customized advice, exceptional service, and a disciplined investing approach. Before entering wealth management, Christopher spent over 15 years as a P.G.A. Golf Professional, working at several prestigious clubs across the country. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Cortland State and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional career, Christopher enjoys golfing, traveling, great seafood, and family-related activities. He is committed to understanding clients' values and goals to help them pursue their life objectives and plan their legacy.

Shannon Klug is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, holding the ChFC® and Series 63 designations and having 31 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Ameriprise in 2021, she worked at Royal Alliance for 10 years. In addition to her advisory role, Klug serves as President and CEO of Blumark Financial Advisors, where she oversees the vision and direction of the financial planning practice. Ameriprise provides retirement-income planning services targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with significant investable assets, combining research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to deliver tailored recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its affiliated entities.

Sonia Ginnell is a financial advisor with Stifel, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 40 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank from 2014 to 2021. Stifel serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, offering brokerage and investment advisory services supported by a proprietary investment methodology developed by its Investment Strategy Group.

Thomas Cosinuke is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 46 years of industry experience, including 20 years at UBS Financial Services and over 7 years with Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a trustee for several family investment trusts. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Amanda Holmes is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Bradenton, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 13 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Cambridge Investment Research and J.J.B. Hilliard, W.L. Lyons, LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolio programs, and access to third-party asset management, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Christopher Callero is a CFP® professional with 34 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is currently affiliated with Cetera and has held roles at Fortis Investors, Inc. and his own firm, Callero Capital Management, where he has been involved since 1992. In addition to his advisory work, he is engaged in fixed insurance activities through the Simplicity Group. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutions. The firm offers a multi-manager platform that includes discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to third-party money managers across a variety of program structures.

Tram Nguyen is a Client Experience Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, she collaborates with clients to understand their financial situations and introduces solutions available through Merrill and Bank of America. Her objective is to empower clients with the knowledge and tools needed to manage their financial lives and select appropriate platforms. She holds professional designations as an Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Tram earned her Bachelor's degree from Keiser University. Her approach centers on helping clients identify what matters to them and their families to develop strategies that pursue their financial goals.

Rolondo Bonner is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. His background includes roles at King of Freight, Affordable Solar Roofing and Air, and Pfs Investments Inc. He receives additional compensation for referrals of home security and automation products through affiliated companies. Primerica Advisors offers a wrap-fee asset management program primarily serving individual investors, including both non-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients, along with corporate and charitable clients. The firm utilizes model-driven strategies managed by third-party asset managers and supports trade execution and custody through established partners such as BNY Mellon Advisors and Pershing.

Ryan Buckle is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Bradenton, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 18 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Edward Jones and Cetera Advisor Networks. Outside of advisory work, he is employed as a pilot. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, and institutional platforms, combining broad non-advisory financial activities with oversight of over $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Charles Hanowell is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo since 2017 and previously held positions at Sharebuilder 401K and Capital One Investment Services. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Shawn Layne is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Bradenton, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise since 2015. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with FrankCrum, a third-party payroll company, as a leased employee. Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals nearing or in retirement with specific asset thresholds, providing detailed Recommendation Reports that cover income sources, Social Security options, and tax-efficient withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research, modeling, and tax analysis to deliver these recommendations, primarily for clients with Ameriprise-managed accounts.

James Desmond is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their current financial situation and future goals. He collaborates with clients to build personalized strategies that reflect their priorities. James holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of South Florida - Saint Petersburg. He emphasizes listening to clients and providing ongoing guidance and support to help them stay on track with their financial objectives.